FOC U065
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Complications of Decorative Tattoo

Learning Objectives:
Following this course, the attendee should be able to:

Summarize common neoplasms and inflammatory conditions occurring with decorative tattoo.

Recognize tattoo complications that are clues to systemic disease.

Diagnose and treat atypical mycobacterial infection within tattoos.

Description:
Tattooing for ornamental purposes is increasing in popularity, and with increasing numbers of tattoos comes increasing complications. This session will review tattoo practices, including modern trends in tattoo techniques and ink composition. Cases of neoplastic and inflammatory tattoo complications will be reviewed, with an emphasis on a recent outbreak of atypical mycobacterium infections from tattooing.